When you think of gin, you probably think of lazy summer afternoons and gazing off into the picturesque distance without a care in the world. Unfortunately, this side of the equator, World Gin Day takes place in the middle of winter. While we firmly believe that gin can be enjoyed year-round, perhaps you're looking for…
Celebrate International Fudge Day with two very different recipes!
In recognition of International Fudge Day – which is celebrated on Thursday, June 16 – here are some fun facts as well as two very different – yet very tasty - recipes from the chef lecturers at Capsicum Culinary Studio. The Americans claim fudge as their invention…
Snack-time chakalaka recipes for winter
Winter is here, it's the perfect time to spend with family in the kitchen creating homemade goodness, snacking by the fireside, wrapped up snuggly with some tasty snacks to fire-up your taste buds.
What's more homemade goodness just got tastier and easier to prepare as Rhodes Quality, one of SA's…
Baked Mushroom Bowls with Swiss chard mash recipe - delicious and healthy meal yet budget friendly!
Serves 4
Ingredients:
For the mash:
6 large baking potatoes
6 Tbsp butter
125ml / ½ cup full cream milk, kept warm
1 medium white onion, diced
1 bunch / 200g swiss chard, roughly chopped
For the mushrooms:
500g…
"The man who invented the hamburger was smart, but the man who invented the cheeseburger was a genius." – Matthew McConaughey
"Hamburgers! The cornerstone of any nutritious breakfast." – Quentin Tarantino
Ask any South African to name their favourite fast food and most will tell you it's the humble hamburger! This is the same the world over…
Morning coffee is a “must have” that cannot be missed by many. For some there are specific coffees that are set aside for the morning, or perhaps they use a technique to ensure that their cup of coffee helps give them ‘that’ extra boost. “Coffee is a serious morning routine for many, and it is…
Do you find yourself stuck for meal ideas on the colder days? We all feel a little better when we have a heart warm meal when it's cold, so why not get prepping and cook a delicious oxtail stew for your family! Not only is it satisfying, but it's nutritious too, full of veggies and…
Makes 2 large tacos
Ingredients:
1 cup baby button mushrooms, sliced in half
1 cup white button mushrooms, sliced
½ cup black beans, rinsed & drained
½ cup corn, fresh or frozen
1 tsp Mexican / Taco spice
4 eggs
1 Tbsp butter
½ avocado, sliced
⅛ red onion, finely sliced
½ cup cherry tomatoes,…
A tasty fine dining Vegan dish
Looking for a tasty vegan dish to make for you and your family or friends? Try your hand at this delicious Table Bay hotel inspired vegan recipe that you can easily prepare in the comfort of your home. Compile a small list of ingredients that you may need, get out…
Generally, the basic items on a braai are the likes of boerewors and steak, but another popular favourite to braai is the kebab. A kebab is generally described as pieces of meat, or complementary foods, placed on a long shaft or thin rod to hold several pieces together while cooking over a grill or roasting…